Question

    When a number is increased by 165, it becomes 275% of its

    original value. Find 35% of the number.
    A 45 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 24 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 50 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 33 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ATQ,

    Let the number be ‘x’

    According to the question,

    (x + 165) = 2.75x

    Or, x = 165 / 1.75 = 94.29

    Required number = 0.35 × 94.29 = 33

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